English-Arabic Translator

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger; ensuring they get an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented English-Arabic Translator with strong secretarial and administrative capabilities to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Arabic and demonstrate the ability to manage translation projects and administrative tasks with professionalism and efficiency.

• Please note, this role is open to UAE Nationals only*
  
  

This is a hybrid role that requires you to support daily office operations, documentation, public relations, and client communications.

Key Responsibilities:

Translation & Interpretation:

Translate a wide variety of documents (including reports, legal and technical texts, proposals, case studies, and presentations) between Arabic and English with accuracy, clarity, and cultural sensitivity.

Review, proofread, and edit translated content for grammatical, spelling, and punctuation accuracy.

Ensure confidentiality and professional handling of sensitive documentation.

Project Management & Collaboration:

Manage translation projects: prioritise tasks, set deadlines, and allocate resources efficiently.

Collaborate with colleagues to clarify requirements and ensure expectations are met.

Coordinate with internal departments to meet delivery timelines and quality standards.

Administrative & Secretarial Support:

Perform general secretarial duties including drafting letters, handling correspondence, and scheduling meetings.

Support internal departments, maintaining positive communication with stakeholders.

Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Candidate Profile:

Essential:

UAE National

Native proficiency in Arabic and strong command of English (spoken and written).

Minimum of 2–3 years of professional translation experience, preferably in consulting, legal, or business contexts.

Excellent organisational, communication, and multitasking skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred:

Bachelors degree in Translation, Linguistics, or a related field.

Prior experience in secretarial or office management roles.

Experience translating high-volume or complex projects in consulting or similar sectors.

Knowledge of documentation standards and public relations practices.

The company reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process.

Cognita is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 10 years.